Question

Why equatorial low pressure belt was always a nightmare to marine?

Answer 1

On the earth's surface, there are seven pressure belts. ... This is due to the spherical shape of the earth—different parts of the earth are heated unequally. The Equatorial region receives great amount of heat throughout the year. Warm air being light, the air at the Equator rises, creating a low pressure.

Answer 2

Hey dude.......

Along the equator lies a belt of low pressure known as the “equatorial low or doldrums”. Low air pressure in equatorial regions is due to the fact that hot air ascends there with a gradual decrease in temperature causing thinness of air on the surface.